For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 294 students in Des Lacs, ND.
The top-ranked public school in Des Lacs, ND is Des Lacs-burlington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Des Lacs, ND public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Des Lacs have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Des Lacs, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Des Lacs-burlington High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
317 Roosevelt St
Des Lacs, ND 58733
(701) 725-4334
Des Lacs, ND 58733
(701) 725-4334
Gr: 7-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Des Lacs, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Des Lacs, ND include Des Lacs-burlington High School.
How many public schools are located in Des Lacs?
1 public schools are located in Des Lacs.
What is the racial composition of students in Des Lacs?
Des Lacs public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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